Reliable Sources with Brian Stelter
300 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★ - 775 ratingsReliable Sources examines how journalists do their jobs and how the media affect the stories they cover in this weekly CNN program. Full video episodes available in the iTunes store.
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Trump 'raised the stakes' of the midterms; Have journalists learned anything since 2016?; Fact-checker says Trump is a 'serial liar'; Trump's midterm message: News is 'fake'; How much faith can we put in the polls?; Soros rep: Fox News refuses to have us
November 04, 2018 20:43 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBTrump 'raised the stakes' of the midterms; Have journalists learned anything since 2016?; Fact-checker says Trump is a 'serial liar'; Trump's midterm message: News is 'fake'; How much faith can we put in the polls?; Soros rep: Fox News refuses to have us on; Media storylines heading into the midterms; Do you live in a 'news desert' area? via Knit
Trump 'raised the stakes' of the midterms; Have journalists learned anything since 2016?; Fact-checker says Trump is a 'serial liar'; Trump's midterm message: News is 'fake'; How much faith can we put in the polls?; Soros rep: Fox News refuses to have us
November 04, 2018 20:43 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBTrump 'raised the stakes' of the midterms; Have journalists learned anything since 2016?; Fact-checker says Trump is a 'serial liar'; Trump's midterm message: News is 'fake'; How much faith can we put in the polls?; Soros rep: Fox News refuses to have us on; Media storylines heading into the midterms; Do you live in a 'news desert' area? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Midterm elections in news deserts: This researcher studies the problem at work and sees it at home
November 01, 2018 15:42 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBPenelope Abernathy discusses her new report, "The Expanding News Desert," with Brian Stelter. She expects a dearth of news and info in rural areas to impact midterm elections. Abernathy doesn't just study this problem, she happens to live in a part of North Carolina that is considered a "news desert." She discusses potential solutions and the future of local journalism. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Kristol: Fox is part of 'toxic environment'; Lewis: Cable news heightens America's rage; America's tone starts at the very top; Inside the evacuation of CNN New York; Stelter: What I learned at a Trump rally; Social media's role in spreading hate; What's
October 28, 2018 18:15 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBKristol: Fox is part of 'toxic environment'; Lewis: Cable news heightens America's rage; America's tone starts at the very top; Inside the evacuation of CNN New York; Stelter: What I learned at a Trump rally; Social media's role in spreading hate; What's next for Megyn Kelly?; 'All-hands-on-deck moment,' NYT publisher says; Sulzberger: Free press is an 'American ideal' See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Kristol: Fox is part of 'toxic environment'; Lewis: Cable news heightens America's rage; America's tone starts at the very top; Inside the evacuation of CNN New York; Stelter: What I learned at a Trump rally; Social media's role in spreading hate; What's
October 28, 2018 18:15 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBKristol: Fox is part of 'toxic environment'; Lewis: Cable news heightens America's rage; America's tone starts at the very top; Inside the evacuation of CNN New York; Stelter: What I learned at a Trump rally; Social media's role in spreading hate; What's next for Megyn Kelly?; 'All-hands-on-deck moment,' NYT publisher says; Sulzberger: Free press is an 'American ideal' via Knit
A.G. Sulzberger: "This is an all-hands-on-deck time" for journalism
October 25, 2018 21:17 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBA.G. Sulzberger sits down with Brian Stelter for one of his first interviews since becoming publisher of The New York Times. Sulzberger discusses the responsibilities of his new role, the challenge of earning readers' trust, his relationship with Trump, and the opportunity to create a market for "paid journalism" online. Stelter also asks about media mistakes, the public editor role, and more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Lies, smears and scams plaguing social media; Stelter: Trump is 'Mr. Misinformation'; Pro-Trump media claims caravan is a threat; The power of the caravan pictures; Khashoggi's WashPost editor pushes for answers; How media business models fuel polarizatio
October 21, 2018 17:18 - 39 minutes - 36 MBLies, smears and scams plaguing social media; Stelter: Trump is 'Mr. Misinformation'; Pro-Trump media claims caravan is a threat; The power of the caravan pictures; Khashoggi's WashPost editor pushes for answers; How media business models fuel polarization; Bernstein: Trump uses lies to push policies See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
TV slugfests and social media distort the public's perceptions, Tim Dixon says. He insists that Americans still have "more in common."
October 18, 2018 22:38 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBTim Dixon, co-author of a new study called "The Hidden Tribes of America," talks with Brian Stelter about the causes of political polarization in America, including cable news and social media screaming matches. His group, More in Common, says two thirds of Americans are in the "exhausted majority," wanting no part of the left and right's fight. He talks about media business models that worsen polarization and suggests more nuanced ways for the press to showcase political debates. See omnyst...
Les Hinton worked with Rupert Murdoch for 52 years. Here's what he learned.
October 12, 2018 17:16 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBLes Hinton, former CEO of Dow Jones & Company, joins Brian Stelter to discuss his memoir, "An Untidy Life." Hinton shares his insights about Rupert Murdoch, what drives the media mogul, and the impact Fox News has had on the world. He also discusses how the newspaper industry has been transformed and what's next for publishing. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Lower reporting standards in Kavanaugh stories?; Trump's comment about Kavanaugh and women; NYT is working on Trump tax followups; Jamal Khashoggi's editor speaks out; Nuzzi: Trump is 'an anti-press freedom president'
October 07, 2018 17:55 - 37 minutes - 34 MBLower reporting standards in Kavanaugh stories?; Trump's comment about Kavanaugh and women; NYT is working on Trump tax followups; Jamal Khashoggi's editor speaks out; Nuzzi: Trump is 'an anti-press freedom president' See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Can 'fake news' be confronted through the courts? This lawyer says yes
October 05, 2018 20:23 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBMichael Gottlieb, a partner at Boies Schiller Flexner, talks with Brian Stelter about holding news outlets accountable for spreading smears and conspiracy theories. Gottlieb represents Aaron Rich, brother of slain DNC staffer Seth Rich, the subject of countless right-wing conspiracy theories. Gottlieb describes the Washington Times' agreement to issue a retraction and apology for false info it published about Rich. Stelter inquires about the First Amendment implications and asks if the case c...
One hearing, two realities for viewers; Schlapp: 'I felt like I was watching my country slip'; How to improve news coverage of sexual assault; Katie Couric on Kavanaugh-Ford coverage; Couric on the 'male hierarchy' of TV news; Gergen grades the media's Ka
September 30, 2018 17:21 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBOne hearing, two realities for viewers; Schlapp: 'I felt like I was watching my country slip'; How to improve news coverage of sexual assault; Katie Couric on Kavanaugh-Ford coverage; Couric on the 'male hierarchy' of TV news; Gergen grades the media's Kavanaugh coverage See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Meet three people who are trying to save local news
September 27, 2018 21:53 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBEric Barnes in Memphis, Stephanie Lulay in Chicago, and Larry Ryckman in Denver are leaders of three different local news startups. Brian Stelter brings the three journalists together to discuss how they're trying to fill the news voids in their communities. They describe reasons for launching the websites, sources of funding, lessons learned so far, and the challenges they face in the future. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
How much has changed since Anita Hill?; How Trump's tweet sparked #WhyIDidntReport; Washington Post's exclusive access to Dr. Ford; Websites are smearing Ford to help Kavanaugh; What Trump's 'Fox cabinet' is telling him; The disappearance of the White Hou
September 23, 2018 17:47 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBHow much has changed since Anita Hill?; How Trump's tweet sparked #WhyIDidntReport; Washington Post's exclusive access to Dr. Ford; Websites are smearing Ford to help Kavanaugh; What Trump's 'Fox cabinet' is telling him; The disappearance of the White House briefing See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Olivier Knox on the disappearing W.H. press briefing, access to government info, and more
September 20, 2018 19:57 - 24 minutes - 22 MBWhite House Correspondents Association president Olivier Knox has a frank conversation with Brian Stelter about media access in the Trump age. With daily press briefings now a thing of the past, Knox describes his lobbying efforts with the W.H. and the "symbolic" importance of the briefings. He says access to the president is either "feast or famine." Knox also discusses government secrecy around ongoing military action around the world. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy infor...
Trump is the conspiracy theorist in chief; GOP voters dismissing 'blue wave' as 'fake news'; NYT called on carpet for curtains correction; Avenatti: Future presidents need TV skills; What's next for CBS and '60 Minutes?'; Trump's trick: He keeps repeating
September 16, 2018 18:23 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBTrump is the conspiracy theorist in chief; GOP voters dismissing 'blue wave' as 'fake news'; NYT called on carpet for curtains correction; Avenatti: Future presidents need TV skills; What's next for CBS and '60 Minutes?'; Trump's trick: He keeps repeating false info
Whatever happened to Tucker Carlson? This reporter asked him.
September 15, 2018 00:52 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBLyz Lenz wrote "The Mystery of Tucker Carlson" for the Columbia Journalism Review. She says Carlson's journey from an acclaimed magazine writer to an angry cable news host reveals something about race, class, and economic status in America. Lenz and Brian Stelter discuss Carlson's anti-immigration segments, his "censorship" crusades and his embrace of "change the subject conservatism."
What Woodward's book says about Trump's fitness; Bernstein on why Woodward's 'Fear' is different; Why should readers trust anonymous info?; Should NYT have published an unnamed op-ed?; Reports: Trump 'grousing' about Bill Shine; Reuters reporters facing 7
September 09, 2018 19:11 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBWhat Woodward's book says about Trump's fitness; Bernstein on why Woodward's 'Fear' is different; Why should readers trust anonymous info?; Should NYT have published an unnamed op-ed?; Reports: Trump 'grousing' about Bill Shine; Reuters reporters facing 7 years in prison. Now what?; Farrow on new allegations against Moonves
Michael Kruse's Trump library: He reveals what a 28-year-old book can teach us today
September 07, 2018 22:01 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBPolitico senior staffer writer Michael Kruse has read all of Trump's books and many biographies of him. "Some of them are very valuable," he says, sharing the insights that journalists can glean from Trump in his own words. With Bob Woodward's book in the news, Kruse went back to his bookshelf to analyze Trump's survival skills and his peculiar enjoyment of being "in a state of real crisis."
Trump wants to be the arbiter of truth; April Ryan on press threats: 'It is getting worse'; Does Trump have a point about Google?; Exclusive interview with Sleeping Giants founder; Solving the problem of 'news deserts'; How John McCain's legacy helps pres
September 02, 2018 18:02 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBTrump wants to be the arbiter of truth; April Ryan on press threats: 'It is getting worse'; Does Trump have a point about Google?; Exclusive interview with Sleeping Giants founder; Solving the problem of 'news deserts'; How John McCain's legacy helps press freedom
Breaking Hollywood's stereotype of female journalists
August 30, 2018 17:19 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBFrom Camille Preaker in "Sharp Objects" to Zoe Barnes in "House of Cards," Hollywood has depicted female journalists as unethical, lazy, and oversexualized for years, says Sophie Gilbert, staff writer for The Atlantic. Gilbert joins Brian Stelter to discuss how and why the trope developed, its place within the #MeToo era, and its effects on public perception of the media business.
Dan Rather reflects on John McCain's legacy; McCain's unique relationship with the press; McCain's abiding respect for the free press; How to cover a habitual liar; Trump losing one of his allies: the Enquirer; Carl Bernstein on John McCain's legacy
August 26, 2018 19:22 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBDan Rather reflects on John McCain's legacy; McCain's unique relationship with the press; McCain's abiding respect for the free press; How to cover a habitual liar; Trump losing one of his allies: the Enquirer; Carl Bernstein on John McCain's legacy
Jim Rutenberg: National Enquirer "tip line became a trip wire" helping Trump
August 22, 2018 22:48 - 25 minutes - 23 MBWhat's the fallout from Michael Cohen's guilty plea? How much legal trouble is American Media Inc. in? The NYT's Jim Rutenberg talks with Brian Stelter about Cohen's secret collaboration with American Media chairman David Pecker. Rutenberg describes sprinting across the newsroom when Cohen pleaded guilty. He also talks about AMI's "catch and kill" methods, underhanded tactics in the "gossip world," and potential legal consequences.
Jack Dorsey speaks: CNN's full interview with Twitter's CEO
August 19, 2018 19:53 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBTwitter CEO Jack Dorsey sits down with Brian Stelter in San Francisco to discuss "toxicity" on the site, "fear" of Big Tech, and what the company is doing about it. Dorsey addresses several problems, including the proliferation of harassment and hate speech on the site. He says Twitter is "ready to question everything."
Trump is live-tweeting Fox more than ever. Why?; 51% of GOP calls press 'enemy of the people'; Ralph Peters: 'Fox isn't immoral, it's amoral'; Glasser: Ocasio-Cortez 'made a mistake'; Jack Dorsey speaks about Twitter's problems; Twitter CEO knows people '
August 19, 2018 19:38 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBTrump is live-tweeting Fox more than ever. Why?; 51% of GOP calls press 'enemy of the people'; Ralph Peters: 'Fox isn't immoral, it's amoral'; Glasser: Ocasio-Cortez 'made a mistake'; Jack Dorsey speaks about Twitter's problems; Twitter CEO knows people 'fear' Big Tech; Twitter CEO explains 'time-out' for Alex Jones
Trump's dangerous talk: Dogs, infestations and "enemies of the people"
August 15, 2018 21:32 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBPolitical scientist Dr. Brian Klaas says President Trump echoes the rhetoric of "history's monsters." He tells Brian Stelter that the effects of dehumanizing language and anti-media attacks will linger long after Trump leaves office. He defends his "alarmism" and says this moment in time calls for "bluntness." And he has advice for the press about how to cover Trump's rhetorical techniques.
Should the press take Omarosa's book seriously?; Bill de Blasio speaks out against Murdoch; Reporting on racists without stoking the fire; Stelter examines Trump's hall of mirrors; Will these editorials make a difference?
August 12, 2018 18:41 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBShould the press take Omarosa's book seriously?; Bill de Blasio speaks out against Murdoch; Reporting on racists without stoking the fire; Stelter examines Trump's hall of mirrors; Will these editorials make a difference?
Harry Enten talks "blue waves," polling misconceptions and media critiques
August 09, 2018 20:43 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBPolitical polls have received a bad rap, but CNN's Harry Enten says it's time for a reality check. Recent polls have been close to the mark in primaries and special elections. In a conversation with Brian Stelter, Enten discusses popular misconceptions about polling and weakness in political reporting. He also answers questions from Reliable Sources readers.
Trump leading "hate movement" against media; Lockhart says Sarah Sanders is "cowardly"; Stelter breaks down Trump's "storytelling" skills; Should reporters stop attending Trump rallies?; Leonhardt: Trump wants a "monopoly on info"; Journalists on the rece
August 05, 2018 17:46 - 39 minutes - 36 MBTrump leading "hate movement" against media; Lockhart says Sarah Sanders is "cowardly"; Stelter breaks down Trump's "storytelling" skills; Should reporters stop attending Trump rallies?; Leonhardt: Trump wants a "monopoly on info"; Journalists on the receiving end of death threats
David Leonhardt says Trump wants a "monopoly on information"
August 03, 2018 21:15 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBNew York Times op-ed columnist David Leonhardt says Trump's "campaign against independent information" has been "especially chilling this week." Leonhardt talks with Brian Stelter about the impact of that campaign, conspiracy theory thinking, and the role of partisan media outlets. The two men also discuss changing coverage of climate change and Leonhardt's other recent columns for the Times.
Ronan Farrow's new piece on CBS and harassment; Story alleges a darker side of '60 Minutes'; What Trump and NYT's publisher talked about; New signs of solidarity among W.H. reporters; Trump v. Cohen is TV's newest drama; Trump angry with FCC chair over Si
July 29, 2018 17:41 - 39 minutes - 36 MBRonan Farrow's new piece on CBS and harassment; Story alleges a darker side of '60 Minutes'; What Trump and NYT's publisher talked about; New signs of solidarity among W.H. reporters; Trump v. Cohen is TV's newest drama; Trump angry with FCC chair over Sinclair deal; S.E. Cupp on the bloodbath at NY Daily News
These three Daily News reporters were laid off. Now they're speaking out
July 25, 2018 20:49 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBErin Durkin, Kerry Burke and Chelsia Rose Marcius were laid off from the New York Daily News this week, along with dozens of others. The severe cutbacks have stirred new fears about the future of local news. In this special edition of the podcast, the trio of journalists talked with Brian Stelter about the paper's history, Tronc's handling of the layoffs, the paper's uncertain future, and their own futures.
Press scrutinizing Trump's Russia ties; How the media can help dissect propaganda; One summit, two narratives about Trump; How to make the most of a Trump interview; Haberman wants more W.H. press solidarity; Ruddy and Stelter spar over Trump coverage; F
July 22, 2018 17:45 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBPress scrutinizing Trump's Russia ties; How the media can help dissect propaganda; One summit, two narratives about Trump; How to make the most of a Trump interview; Haberman wants more W.H. press solidarity; Ruddy and Stelter spar over Trump coverage; FCC decision may doom Sinclair-Tribune deal; "Is Russia still targeting the U.S.?"
Maggie Haberman on Trump's 'worst week ever,' scandals, sourcing, the W.H. briefing, and the future
July 20, 2018 20:26 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBThe NYT's famed White House correspondent Maggie Haberman joins Brian Stelter to discuss her coverage of President Trump, her criticism of Twitter, and the all-encompassing experience of covering the Trump White House.
Stelter: Trump cannot be trusted; How the press should cover Trump-Putin summit; Tony Schwartz on Trump's 'meltdown'; Michelle Goldberg on Bill Shine's W.H. job; Uygur on the 'blue wave' and progressive media; What should Facebook do about InfoWars?
July 15, 2018 18:23 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBStelter: Trump cannot be trusted; How the press should cover Trump-Putin summit; Tony Schwartz on Trump's 'meltdown'; Michelle Goldberg on Bill Shine's W.H. job; Uygur on the 'blue wave' and progressive media; What should Facebook do about InfoWars?
Michael Isikoff on the Trump-Putin meeting, the Russia probes, and more
July 13, 2018 00:16 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBMichael Isikoff, co-author of "Russian Roulette," says the Helsinki meeting between Trump and Putin will be "unprecedented." Isikoff talks with Brian Stelter about the mysteries surrounding Trump's ties to Russia. They also discuss the media's coverage of the Robert Mueller probe. Isikoff says there are questions that need to be asked, but journalists should be careful not to "over-speculate."
Where are the kids? Reporters demand answers; Stelter: Trump-Fox alliance is unprecedented; How Trump is "producing" his SCOTUS pick; Rethinking how Trump's rallies are covered
July 08, 2018 17:07 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBWhere are the kids? Reporters demand answers; Stelter: Trump-Fox alliance is unprecedented; How Trump is "producing" his SCOTUS pick; Rethinking how Trump's rallies are covered
Ezra Klein on Trump framing, rallies, polls, policies and the "counterfactuals"
July 06, 2018 22:45 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBVox's Ezra Klein has some strong words for Brian Stelter about the choices newsrooms make. He wonders why President Trump's comments at rallies receive so much attention. He also sounds off on the appointment of Bill Shine and the media's framing of Trump's poll numbers. "One of the hard things that we do badly in journalism," he says, is "that we don't make clear to our audience what is our counterfactual... what is the other option."
Capital Gazette survivors share their stories; How does the Capital Gazette go on?; Remembering the Capital Gazette victims; McKerrow: Attack 'will rededicate us to this mission'; The left is raging. Is the media listening?; Don't just follow the money, "
July 01, 2018 18:32 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBCapital Gazette survivors share their stories; How does the Capital Gazette go on?; Remembering the Capital Gazette victims; McKerrow: Attack 'will rededicate us to this mission'; The left is raging. Is the media listening?; Don't just follow the money, "follow the tweets"; What Jim Acosta has learned covering the Trump WH; Is this a "crisis" moment for democracy?; Surviving staffers of the Capital Gazette sign letter
Marty Baron: "The public is looking for a press that stands for something"
June 29, 2018 18:22 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBWashington Post editor Marty Baron talks with Brian Stelter at the 2018 Aspen Ideas Festival. Baron discusses coverage of the Trump White House, reflects on the "democracy dies in darkness" slogan, delves into The Post's business objectives, and more. He also describes how the journalism profession should be working to build trust in an age where the president is "trying to position us as an opposition party."
Pearlstine: "Media is really Trump's cocaine;" WaPo: Enquirer sent stories to Cohen for review; Trump supporters seize on Time mag controversy; George Takei condemns Trump's "big lie;" Glenn Beck walks off
June 24, 2018 18:07 - 39 minutes - 36 MBBringing the immigration debate back to reality; Pearlstine: "Media is really Trump's cocaine;" WaPo: Enquirer sent stories to Cohen for review; Trump supporters seize on Time mag controversy; George Takei condemns Trump's "big lie;" Glenn Beck walks off from live interview; Norm Pearlstine on LA Times sale
Getty's John Moore describes his iconic border photo -- and what it doesn't show
June 22, 2018 22:55 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBJohn Moore's photo of a crying girl at the U.S. border became a symbol of Trump's family separations policy. But the girl wasn't actually separated from her mother. Moore talks with Brian Stelter about how the photo was used on the cover of Time magazine and how pro-Trump media outlets weaponized the controversy over the photo. No matter what, it is an "honest" picture, Moore said, displaying the pain of migrants who cross into the country. He also discusses the broader challenges of covering...
Top story on Father's Day: migrant families; Karem not sorry for briefing room outburst; Trump's 'vicious cycle' of dishonesty; How to make a 'truth sandwich'; Rob Reiner on Trump, the probe and the press; Stelter on the AT&T deal and CNN's future; Vice:
June 17, 2018 18:14 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBTop story on Father's Day: migrant families; Karem not sorry for briefing room outburst; Trump's 'vicious cycle' of dishonesty; How to make a 'truth sandwich'; Rob Reiner on Trump, the probe and the press; Stelter on the AT&T deal and CNN's future; Vice: a company 'built on hype' via Knit
George Lakoff says Trump "weaponizes words." A solution? The "truth sandwich"
June 14, 2018 21:38 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBLinguist George Lakoff, a vocal critic of President Trump, tells Brian Stelter that news outlets are empowering Trump to "lie" to the public. He's critical of Stelter and other journalists for repeating Trump's claims, even in the context of fact-checking. He makes the cases that Trump has "turned words into weapons," and "he's winning the linguistic war." via Knit
Don't hit snooze on the news, Stelter says; "News fatigue" challenges readers and reporters; Where Trump heard about this conspiracy theory; Editor reacts to seizure of reporter's data; Jason Rezaian: How Bourdain changed my life; Media guidelines for cov
June 10, 2018 18:11 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBDon't hit snooze on the news, Stelter says; "News fatigue" challenges readers and reporters; Where Trump heard about this conspiracy theory; Editor reacts to seizure of reporter's data; Jason Rezaian: How Bourdain changed my life; Media guidelines for covering suicide responsibly; What's broken about media? Can it be fixed? via Knit
Adam Davidson foresees the 'end stage of the Trump presidency'
June 08, 2018 18:50 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBThe New Yorker's Adam Davidson joins Brian Stelter to discuss the importance of covering the "big picture" among all the incremental news stories about Trump. Davidson believes there is sufficient proof of collusion and numerous examples of Trump-related corruption. He makes the case that we're in the "end stage" of the Trump presidency. via Knit
Are we in the eye of the Trump hurricane?; How the media is covering Melania's absence; Barr and Bee: A media double standard?; Is the media failing Puerto Rico?; Celebrity pardons: Trump's media strategy; The journalistic ethics of faking a death
June 03, 2018 18:22 - 39 minutes - 18 MBAre we in the eye of the Trump hurricane?; How the media is covering Melania's absence; Barr and Bee: A media double standard?; Is the media failing Puerto Rico?; Celebrity pardons: Trump's media strategy; The journalistic ethics of faking a death via Knit
Is the media failing Puerto Rico? David Begnaud weighs in from San Juan
May 31, 2018 21:16 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBCBS correspondent David Begnaud explains the new Harvard study that estimates the death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico may be more than 4,600. Why has this shocking research been overshadowed by other news? How are people in Puerto Rico reacting? Brian Stelter also asks Begnaud about the federal response to the disaster and his own use of social media to highlight neglected stories from the island. via Knit
How to cover Trump's lies; Missing migrant kids: How the story went viral; Why Pruitt is hiding from the press; Donté Stallworth on the new kneeling policy; Countering Hannity's bid to discredit Mueller; This is Bernstein's "bottom line" about Trump
May 27, 2018 18:09 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSarah Westwood, Daniel Dale and Joan Walsh discuss Trump's truth problem with Brian Stelter. Dale says "incessant dishonesty" is "a central feature of his presidency," yet it's too often treated as "a side show rather than the central story." He says journalists should keep Trump's lies front and center.;Trump is trying to shift blame for government decisions that cause immigrant children to be separated from their parents. Daniel Dale points out that Trump officials have "owned" the new poli...
Glenn Kessler, the WashPost's fact-checker, says Trump's truth problem is getting worse
May 25, 2018 22:47 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBHow many Pinocchios this time? That's what Glenn Kessler decides. President Trump keeps the chief writer of the WashPost's The Fact Checker blog very busy. Kessler tells Brian Stelter about the Post's measurement of Trump's 3,000 "false or misleading claims" and gets into the debate about whether to call something a "lie." Kessler also explains why he prefers "divided government" and what he misses about previous administrations. via Knit